Sam Jackson News
Truax: 'At Everlong, we are able to turn back the tide of ever-increasing medical insurance costs caused by lack of control and transparency'
By Sam Jackson | Feb 27, 2023
Doug Truax, CEO and founder of Everlong Captive Health Insurance, said the healthcare system needs to be transparent for customers after a 2019 statement by Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar was released concerning healthcare costs.
Balloon sinuplasty patient: 'I sleep so much better now'
By Sam Jackson | Jan 10, 2023
A patient of Sinus and Allergy Wellness Center of North Scottsdale, called E.M., had a balloon sinuplasty procedure to treat her sinus symptoms.
Discount Tire acquires 35 acres in Phoenix to develop new corporate headquarters: 'One of Arizona’s greatest business success stories'
By Sam Jackson | Jan 3, 2023
Discount Tire has announced plans to develop a new corporate headquarters after the purchase of 35 acres near Loop 101 and State Route 51.
New Casa Grande facility to join 'Arizona's robust semiconductor supply chain'
By Sam Jackson | Dec 2, 2022
KPCT Advanced Chemicals revealed plans to build an electronic-grade sulfuric acid manufacturing facility in Casa Grande.
Local doctor says having a Christmas tree in your home could trigger allergy symptoms
By Sam Jackson | Nov 25, 2022
Though many people suffer from allergies year-round, the holiday season can be especially triggering.
Ducey announces Arizona 2.5 flat tax rate: 'It’s time to deliver lasting tax relief'
By Sam Jackson | Oct 5, 2022
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey has announced that the state is set to implement his planned flat-tax package as of Jan. 1, a year ahead of his campaign goal.
Grant: Motorcycle Mechanics Institute's move to UTI campus is 'better for students [and] ... instructors'
By Sam Jackson | Aug 20, 2022
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) recently relocated from Phoenix to the Universal Technical Institute (UTI) campus in Avondale.
AZ business leaders say inflation bill 'will not make the U.S. economy more competitive'
By Sam Jackson | Aug 15, 2022
Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry President and CEO Danny Seiden was among business and political leaders to respond to the party-line passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, saying the measure won't help the inflation crisis in America.
Nucor's Topalian: New $100 million Kingman investment will help meet 'growing demand for steel bar products' in West
By Sam Jackson | Aug 6, 2022
Nucor Corporation announced this week that it will invest $100 million to add a new electric arc furnace melt shop in Kingman, Ariz., which would add an additional 140 jobs.
UA 'delighted' to partner with Amazon for online education program
By Sam Jackson | Jul 22, 2022
University of Arizona was chosen to be an education partner for Amazon's Career Choice program, which would make hourly employees eligible for tuition assistance toward any UA Online undergraduate program.
Virgin Galactic to open new assembly facility in Mesa: 'We're thrilled to expand into the greater Phoenix area'
By Sam Jackson | Jul 21, 2022
Virgin Galactic Holdings announced on July 14 that it has signed a long-term lease for a new manufacturing facility of “its next-generation Delta class spaceships” in Mesa, near the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport.
Arizona chambers oppose planned predatory debt collection measure: 'This initiative would be a disaster'
By Sam Jackson | Jul 14, 2022
The Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry and the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce have banded together to express their opposition to the proposed Predatory Debt Collection Protection Act.
Arizona governor approves $1 billion bill as a 'bold step' to secure the state's water future
By Sam Jackson | Jul 10, 2022
Gov. Doug Ducey (R-AZ) has signed legislation to make an unprecedented $1 billion investment to “secure Arizona’s water future” by augmenting water supplies and guaranteeing water security to the state.
LPC Desert West announces industrial site in Tucson: 'It’s been a long time coming'
By Sam Jackson | Jul 10, 2022
LPC Desert West, a division of Lincoln Property Co., has announced that it will develop a million-square-foot, Class A industrial warehouse and distribution site in the Tucson area.
Arizona sinus experts recommend balloon sinuplasty treatment for chronic sinusitis
By Sam Jackson | Jul 8, 2022
Chronic sinus inflammation can lead to decreased functionality and painful symptoms.
Arizona Corporation Commission says 'no' again to SRP gas plant expansion
By Sam Jackson | Jun 23, 2022
The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) has refused to reconsider an application by Salt River Project to expand its natural gas plant in Coolidge, Arizona, upholding a rejection of the expansion first proposed in April.
Casino Arizona partners with OpenBet for sports betting solutions
By Sam Jackson | Jun 23, 2022
Casino Arizona has announced a partnership with OpenBet to supply retail sports betting solutions for its sports-related games and gambling sites in Scottsdale.
SciTech Institute, Avnet partner to expand Chief Science Officers program
By Sam Jackson | Jun 22, 2022
SciTech Institute announced June 14 that it has joined global technology distributor Avnet to expand SciTech’s Chief Science Officers (CSO) program to new locations in the U.S. and globally.
Arizona business coalition opposes OSHA ruling on state’s workplace safety plan
By Sam Jackson | Jun 22, 2022
A coalition of 30 of Arizona businesses has written a letter to the U.S. Department of Labor, opposing a decision by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) that rescinds the approval of a state plan for workplace safety.
Phoenix-based company uses foam to build houses: 'This is the only type of construction that makes sense'
By Sam Jackson | Jun 9, 2022
With supply chain issues contributing to rising costs to build homes, Phoenix-based company Strata International Group said the solution lies in foam houses.